Abdar
আবদার
ahb-DAHR
A request or demand, often used in a playful or affectionate context.
Meaning & usage
In Bengali, 'abdar' refers to a request or demand, typically made in a playful or affectionate manner. It is often used in familial or close relationships to express a desire or wish that is expected to be fulfilled out of love or affection. The term carries a connotation of endearment and is not used for serious or formal requests.
In a sentence
She made an abdar for her favorite dessert after dinner.
As seen in crosswords
Abdar is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A request or demand, often used in a playful or affectionate context” (5)
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